sainthood
Translation
sainthood
Examples
He was granted sainthood centuries after his death.
He was granted sainthood centuries after his death.
Grammar Patterns
to be granted sainthood (the state of being a saint) He was granted sainthood centuries after his death.
Similar Words
Synonyms: holiness, sanctity
Etymology
A combination of 'saint' and the suffix '-hood', which indicates a state or condition.
Memory Tips
The suffix '-hood' means 'the state of being', so 'sainthood' is the state of being a saint.